Monthly Archives: February 2013

An Irish Bracelet (and Ways to Celebrate)

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Megan

Once again, I’m showing off something someone else made for me.  Doesn’t that just make you want to send me a gift I can showcase?  Okay, maybe not. It was worth a try. Anyway, my sister-in-law made this memory wire … Continue reading →

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Some Ideas for Dr. Seuss’s Birthday

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Megan

I think Theodore Geisel should have been a Poet Laureate of the United States. He was born on the second of March, which for us translates To green eggs and ham with wubbulous pancakes to start, Then all day long … Continue reading →

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Lucky Leprechaun Push Pops

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Megan

Have you seen the current craze for Push Pops?  Well, perhaps you don’t spend enough time on Pinterest. They’re hot, hot, hot, people!  I bought some from Pick Your Plum (before Lent, fortunately, since I gave up online shopping for … Continue reading →

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February Books of the Month

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Megan

This month’s picks are a bit different…you’ll see what I mean. 1. The Bippolo Seed and Other Lost Stories by Dr. Seuss It’s almost Dr. Seuss’s birthday, and I just have to include this book. My first grader absolutely loves … Continue reading →

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By George, Let’s Make Cherry Pies!

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Megan

Yes, I know the whole cherry tree story about George Washington is fiction…but I prefer to ignore that in order to justify making (and eating) cherry pies for his actual birthday, which is today.  I’m an ostrich when it serves … Continue reading →

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Beaded Stitch Markers

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Megan

As I was perusing knitting needles at the craft store the other day, I noticed a little package of beaded stitch markers. And I thought (go ahead, say it with me!), “I could easily make those myself!” They required just … Continue reading →

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Lovely Beaded Baubles

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Megan

Today, I’m just plain showing off…but it’s not something I made, so that’s okay, right?  My friend Steph sent me these lovely beaded rings she made and I just have to show them to you. They’re so simple, yet the … Continue reading →

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Lightened Up Baked Potato Soup

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Megan

Who doesn’t love baked potato soup?  I hesitate to order it in restaurants, though, because I have (foolishly) checked out the calorie and nutrition info online. I thought there must be a better, healthier way to make this soup, without … Continue reading →

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Colorblocked Thank You Card

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Megan

I’m trying to embrace the colorblock trend.  Truly, I am. But I keep thinking of the 80’s when colorblocking was everywhere, along with football-player-sized shoulder pads. Shudder. To paraphrase Taylor Swift, shoulder pads and I are never, ever, ever getting … Continue reading →

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Prosciutto Pinwheels

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Megan

Looking for a simple yet impressive and delicious appetizer or snack?  Or a great accompaniment to a bowl of yummy soup?  These Prosciutto Pinwheels serve perfectly for any of those options! Prosciutto Pinwheels 1 box (2 sheets) frozen puff pastry, … Continue reading →

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